Mathematics General

SACE Code2MGM20
LevelStage 2
Learning AreaMathematics
DurationYear
SemesterFull Year
Pre-requisiteStage 1 Mathematics General is assumed
Additional CostsPurchase of SACE approved Graphics Calculator
SACE Credits20

Who is this course for?

Students seeking careers in various fields such as health sciences and related fields, tertiary education opportunities, TAFE, and many trade jobs might find this course useful.

What will I learn?

Students may develop

  • capacity to problem solve and apply mathematical knowledge in familiar and unfamiliar scenarios
  • ability to decide how to approach new challenges using investigation, modeling, and reasoning
  • communication skills to describe the relationships observed in situations requiring mathematical reasoning

Topics:

  1. Linear Models
  2. Matrix Models
  3. Statistical Models
  4. Financial Models
  5. Discrete Models

How will I be assessed?

  • Five skills and applications tasks - 40%
  • Two mathematical investigations - 30%
  • One external examination on Topics 3, 4, and 5 - 30%

Pre-requisite

Stage 1 Mathematics General is assumed

Cost

It is recommended that students have their own SACE approved graphics calculator, such as Casio fx-9860G AU and buy MASA review guide for stage 2 general mathematics for external exam preparation.

Last updated: 02 August 2024